Halloween Time begins Friday
The floral Mickey planter has been updated with a Halloween motif, the giant Mickey pumpkin is in place on Main Street, and fall colors hang from the lightposts on Main Street. It must be Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort. The celebration kicks off Friday morning, and officially runs through Halloween night.
There is not much “new” this year for Halloween Time, but it’s worth a reminder that Haunted Mansion Holiday is using a virtual queue for everyone this year, due to construction around the Mansion. There is no standby line. Yes, the ride has already been open for weeks, but for those who are visiting just for Halloween Time, here’s a refresher:
Disneyland will open the virtual queue for Haunted Mansion Holiday twice each day. The first opportunity will be at 7:00 a.m., and is only for visitors who made a park reservation to start their day at Disneyland. You do not need to be inside a theme park to join the earlier virtual queue.
A second window opens at Noon, to give visitors who may be park hopping after starting their day at Disney California Adventure a chance to get on the ride. Note that your entire party must already have entered a theme park before Noon to join the second virtual queue, though you don’t need to still be physically in the park to join.
Either way, you want to link the tickets for your entire travel party well before you try to enter the virtual queue. This is an important step if you want your entire party in the same boarding group once the virtual queue opens, and will allow each person to try request a boarding group for the entire party. (We should note that Disney warns visitors not to do this, saying “If multiple people in your party try to join the virtual queue simultaneously, that may inhibit your ability to join a group.”)
As soon as the virtual queue opens, your designated person will select “Virtual Queues” on the home screen of the Disneyland app, then select “Haunted Mansion Holiday.” The user will select their party from a list of people to whom they are already linked in the Disneyland smartphone app, then choose to add their party to the boarding group. The app gives you your assigned boarding group, and lets you monitor the status of boarding groups.
As always, you can only enter the virtual queue once per day. You can be in no more than two virtual queues at the same time – either one ride and one show (like World of Color), or two shows. At the moment, virtual queue is only in use for World of Color and Haunted Mansion Holiday, so there shouldn’t be any conflicts.
Food is another big attraction for Halloween Time, and there’s almost too much to take in this year. The Foodie Guide to Halloween Time lists a whopping 150 food and beverage items in Disneyland and Disney California Adventure, which does not count the items offered at the three resort hotels, at the various candy kitchens, or in Downtown Disney. Fortunately a large number of these items will be available until November 14 or even beyond, so you can pace yourself.
The holiday novelty items, like popcorn buckets and sippers, will also be released on Friday, and are sure to draw lines to every popcorn cart in the resort.
Mickey’s Trick and Treat show is not new, but this is the first time it has been offered during normal park hours instead of limited to Oogie Boogie Bash. The show temporarily replaces the Disney Jr. Dance Party in the Disney Theater in Hollywood Land, and is presented throughout the day.
Plaza de la Familia and the The Musical World of Coco!
The big announcements at D23: The Ultimate Fan Event including news of a new attraction based on Pixar’s “Coco” coming to Disney California Adventure. While we wait for ground to break on that project, last week Disney announced a new “Coco” show to debut on August 30.
“The Storytellers of Plaza de la Familia Celebrate The Musical World of Coco!” appears to be a re-staging of “A Musical Celebration of Coco,” which has been performed at Disney California Adventure during Plaza de la Familia since 2017. The show has changed a few times since its introduction, and this version adds “colorful representations of the spirit guides, Dante and Pepita.”
Plaza de la Familia runs August 23 through November 2024, and features feature a holiday menu at the Paradise Garden Grill, a Tree of Life photo opportunity, and craft stations for children.
Refurbishment update
Between the Haunted Mansion refurbishment, the rebranding of Splash Mountain and the annual maintenance on E-Ticket attractions, there’s a lot of construction going on at Disneyland right now – and that doesn’t even count the sprucing up for Disneyland’s 70th anniversary next summer.
This week we’ve seen the walls come down outside the Haunted Mansion, and the Critter Country – I mean, Bayou Country – entrance to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge has reopened. Yes, the Bayou Country name is now official, as heard on the recorded spiel played on the Mark Twain Riverboat.
With that, Davey Crockett’s Explorer Canoes have reopened, as have the Bayou Country restrooms underneath the recently renamed Country Bear Barbecue Jamboree. The restaurant has not opened, but Disney has released the new menu and it looks good (with the possible exception of the pickle lemonade). I’ll be thrilled if they’re using chef Chris’ coleslaw recipe from the much-lamented Big Thunder Ranch BBQ.
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure does not open until November 15, but there’s a chance that other portions of Bayou Country could open before then, including the restaurant, The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh, and the two renamed gift shops.
Also opening on November 15 is “it’s a small world” Holiday. “It’s a small world” will close on September 16 to install the holiday overlay. The ride will close again on January 21, 2025 to remove the overlay, and for an extended refurbishment. Disney says the ride will reopen in Spring of 2025.
The Jungle Cruise will close on September 16 for refurbishment, and the reopening date has not been set.
Disney has filed for permits for a renovation of the Plaza Inn, and the restaurant appears to be closing on October 2. This may explain why the location did not offer a dining package for the Halloween Screams fireworks show this year as it has in the past. As of publication the Disneyland calendar was only posted through October 19, so we don’t know how long the restaurant will close.
Finally, The Orange County Register reports that Disneyland’s Peter Pan attraction will be renovated to remove “negative stereotypes” from the ride, similar to changes made to the Walt Disney World version this month. In a statement to KTLA, Disneyland officials said,
“Imagineers have a longstanding history of making updates and enhancements to attractions and experiences, so they remain fresh and relevant. We consider ourselves constant learners and as we identify ways that can make our attractions and experiences more authentic and relatable, and our stories connect more deeply to our guests, we make thoughtful changes.”
Reservations open for Goofy’s Kitchen Celebrates Halloween & Tomorrowland Skyline Terrace viewing package
Reservations are open for Goofy’s Kitchen Celebrates Halloween, the second year of this holiday overlay.
Breakfast is $65 per adult; $36 per child age 3-9, plus tax and tip. Breakfast is served 7:00 to 10:30 a.m. with brunch offered from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The menu is the same for both meals.
Dinner is served starting at 4:00 p.m. Starting August 23 the price is $75 per adult and $39 per child, plus tax and tip.
Reservations open 60 days in advance through the Disneyland website or mobile app.
Reservations for the Tomorrowland Skyline Terrace in Disneyland have opened for August and September, though there is no specific mention of the Halloween Screams fireworks on the reservation website. That may explain why the offering is still available for this Friday night, the first night of the Halloween show. Tickets are $70 per person.
Porto’s confirms Downtown Disney location
There’s been a lot of speculation over the past two years about whether Porto’s Bakery would actually build the Downtown Disney location which was announced at the 2022 D23 Expo. Two years after the original announcement, Porto’s confirmed the project was moving forward as part of a press release announcing their partnership with a digital ordering platform. The release noted that Porto’s has “six locations across Southern California and a highly anticipated seventh location coming to Downtown Disney in Anaheim in 2025.”
There was no information given about the location of the new restaurant, though it was previously reported that Porto’s would build a new restaurant on the footprint of the former La Brea Bakery in Downtown Disney. That restaurant closed in early 2023, and since then has housed a “temporary” Earl of Sandwich location, as well as the proof-of-concept Earl of Sandwich Tavern.
Earl was supposed to relocate to the west side of Downtown Disney last November, allowing demolition to begin on the La Brea Bakery space, but that project appeared to be put on hold. Even as a new Earl of Sandwich trailer appeared in Downtown Disney, employees at the restaurant said they didn’t know when – or even if – they were moving. Rumors swirled last spring that the deal had been cancelled, and Porto’s would not be opening after all.
The sticking point appeared to be Disney’s requirement that all Downtown Disney partners open their doors 365 days a year, including Thanksgiving and Christmas. According to the Porto’s Facebook account, they are closed both holidays “by tradition,” and operate reduced hours several holidays each year, including Easter, the day before Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve.
It seems some sort of agreement had been reached last month, when Porto’s helped commemorate Disneyland’s anniversary with boxes of pastries for cast members who worked that day. The Earl of Sandwich pop-up trailer is open, though there is still no word on when they may vacate their current spot. For their part, the Earl of Sandwich is supposed to be moving into a new two-story location on the west side of Downtown Disney.
Disney Vacation Club of Tomorrow?
Disney has filed for a permit to build a $1M Disney Vacation Club model room on the second floor of the Star Wars Launch Bay in Tomorrowland. The 1400-square-foot display would join the existing Star View Station, a Disney Vacation Club member lounge which opened in 2023.
As far as I know, this would be the first Disney Vacation Club Preview Center inside a theme park. A Disney Vacation Club Welcome Home Center just opened in the renamed Golden Vine House inside Disney California Adventure last month, but that is mostly a sales office and does not have room models. The new Gateway to Discovery center just opened in Disney Springs in Orlando, offering room tours to interested buyers, but you usually need to visit a Disney Vacation Club property in person to tour rooms.
Personally I’m curious to see if this is just a test, and whether we see a similar addition to Walt Disney World.
Celebrate Halloween Time with Get Away Today
From August 23 – October 31, 2024, guests will be able to celebrate Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort. Save with big with exclusive offers from Get Away Today like Extra Day Free tickets and Extra Night Free specials at select hotels to experience all of the fun.
As a reminder, here’s a glimpse of what you can experience during Halloween Time:
- Halloween SCREAMS Fireworks in Disneyland
- Haunted Mansion Holiday in Disneyland
- Character Experiences
- Guardians of the Galaxy – Monsters After Dark in Disney California Adventure
- Radiator “Screams” in Disney California Adventure
- Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit in Downtown Disney
- Limited-time merchandise, food and beverage offerings, festive decor and more!
Vacations can be booked for only $200 down when you take advantage of our Layaway Plan – with payment due only 9 days before travel! The best package deals can be found online at Get Away Today or call 1-855-GET-AWAY, and be sure to mention you saw them on MousePlanet.
This and That
…Three new additions to the Create Your Own Headband collection will be released starting Friday. Jack, Zero and Sally will be available at Disneyland and Disney California Adventure, while supplies last.
…Disneyland will release an exclusive stainless steel tumbler for Magic Key holders Tuesday, August 20. Pricing was not released.
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Refurbishments and Attraction Closures
Attraction, restaurants, and stores that are closed for refurbishment are noted below.
All information was current as of this article’s publication date. MousePlanet does not edit past Resort Updates; for the most up-to-date refurbishment calendar, check the most recent Disneyland Resort Update, visit Disneyland.com or use the Disneyland smartphone application on your iOS or Android device.
Disneyland
Closed attractions:
- The Disneyland Story presenting Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln – closed April 16 for refurbishment. Reopening date not published.
- The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh – closed May 1 due to construction in the area related to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure.
- Hungry Bear Restaurant – closed July 8 for kitchen refurbishment. Will reopen as Hungry Bear Barbecue Jamboree
- Haunted Mansion – closed for refurbishment. Reopening date not published.
- Splash Mountain – closed for transformation into Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. The updated attraction scheduled to open November 15, 2024
- Disneyland Railroad – closes August 5 for refurbishment. Reopening date not published.
- Space Mountain – closed August 5 through September 6 for refurbishment.
- Disneyland Monorail – closes August 12 for refurbishment. Reopening date not published, beyond “later this year.”
- Indiana Jones Adventure – closes September 9-13 through for refurbishment.
- Jungle Cruise – closes September 16 for refurbishment. No reopening date announced.
- “it’s a small world” – closes September 16 to install the holiday overlay. Scheduled to reopen November 15. The ride is scheduled to close again on January 21, 2025 to remove the holiday overlay, and to perform annual maintenance. Reopening date not announced.
- Plaza Inn – closes October 2 for remodel. No reopening date announced.
- Star Wars Launch Bay
- Magic Eye Theater
Closed shopping:
- Disney Gallery – closed for refurbishment. Reopening date not published.
- Royal Reception
- The Briar Patch – closed May 1 for transformation into Ray’s Berets.
- Pooh Corner – closed May 1 for refurbishment; half of the store will reopen as the Critter Club.
Disney California Adventure
Closed attractions:
- Animation Academy inside the Animation Building – closes August 5 -29 for refurbishment.
- Beast’s Library in the Sorcerer’s Workshop inside the Animation Building – closed permanently December 10, 2023.
Downtown Disney District
Permanently closed:
- ESPN Zone – building occasionally used as a pop-up shop.
- La Brea Bakery – building reopened as a temporary Earl of Sandwich location. Longer-term plans include replacing the building with a new Porto’s Bakery.
Disneyland Hotel
- Steakhouse 55 – permanently closed. The lobby bar has reopened.
Resort Events
Check here to see if a large convention, competition, or park event might fall during your next trip to the Disneyland Resort. If you know of any in-park events, official or unofficial, that should be listed here, please send us an e-mail.
2024
- Halloween Time – August 23 through October 31.
- Plaza de la Familia – August 23 through November 2.
- Oogie Boogie Bash – August 25, 27 and 29; September 3, 10, 12, 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26 and 29; October 1, 3, 6, 8, 10, 13, 15, 17, 20, 22, 24, 27, 29 and 31. Tickets are sold out
- (Inaugural) Disneyland Halloween Half Marathon Weekend – September 5–8. All events are sold out.
- Gay Days Anaheim (unofficial event) – September 13–15. More information at the event website.
- Tiana’s Bayou Adventure – Opens November 15.
- Holidays at the Disneyland Resort – Begins November 15.
- 2025 Disneyland Halloween Half Marathon Weekend – January 30 – February 2. Most events are sold out.
We also recommend checking the convention calendar at the Anaheim/Orange County Visitor and Convention Bureau website. When looking at that site, remember to note both the number of people and the number of rooms resulting from each convention. A gathering of 25,000 people booking few room nights (indicating most will be driving in to the area for their meeting) can impact traffic around the resort much more than a crowd of 25,000 staying in area hotels. Of course, that second group is going to make finding a hotel room more difficult (and possibly more expensive), so it’s best to book your own room as early as possible if you see that a big convention is in town during your trip.
Current Discounts and Promotions
Disneyland prices as of October 11, 2023.
Note: MousePlanet does not edit past Updates to reflect price increases; for up-to-date prices, check the most recent Disneyland Resort Update. Several current promotions offer discounted admission to the Disneyland Resort. For your convenience, we have grouped the discount offers based on the number of days the tickets are valid. Check out the category that best matches the amount of time you plan to spend at the resort, and pick the offer that works best for you. And keep those tips coming—let us know if you find a better or different offer, so we can share it with other readers!
This first section is a list of discounts on ticket-only purchases. Though it has become more common in recent years, Disneyland tickets are rarely offered at deep discounts unless you are a resident of Southern California or Northern Mexico. For residents outside that area, the best discounts available tend to be simple advance purchase discounts. If you know of any additional discounts, offers, promotions, or contests that should be listed in this section, drop us a line. Note, we are no longer listing offers from the Anaheim-Orange County Visitor & Convention Bureau, as their convenience fee negates any savings.
Don’t get scammed! Never buy tickets from an unofficial or secondary outlet, such as through eBay or Craigslist. Never rent or purchase tickets from people approaching you outside the gates stating they have remaining days or leftover tickets. This practice is against the terms of use for Disneyland admission, and may result in denial of entry. It is also common for criminals to shoplift inactivated Disney theme park tickets from supermarkets to resell them. There is no way to determine if these tickets are valid until you try to use them to enter the parks. Only purchase Disney theme park tickets directly from Disney, an authorized seller, or travel agency like MousePlanet travel partner Get Away Today.
One Day Tickets
| Ticket & Season | Adult One-Park | Adult Park Hopper | Child One-Park | Child Park Hopper |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| One Day – Tier 0 | $104 | $169 | $98 | $163 |
| One Day – Tier 1 | $119 | $184 | $112 | $177 |
| One Day – Tier 2 | $134 | $199 | $127 | $192 |
| One Day – Tier 3 | $154 | $219 | $146 | $211 |
| One Day – Tier 4 | $169 | $234 | $160 | $225 |
| One Day – Tier 5 | $184 | $249 | $174 | $239 |
| One Day – Tier 6 | $194 | $259 | $183 | $248 |
Disney Genie+ Add-On: $30 per day, per ticket when purchased in advance. Demand-based pricing applies to same-day purchases, starting at $30 per ticket.
Check the Disneyland website to see what type of ticket you need for the day you plan to visit. Seasonal pricing applies only to one-day tickets.
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Anaheim Resident Ticket Offer – August 5 – September 26, 2024
The Anaheim Resident Ticket Offer is a one-day, one-park ticket to either Disneyland or Disney California Adventure for just $69 per person, ages 3 and older. You must be a resident of the city of Anaheim (ZIP codes 92801 – 92809, 92812, 92814 -92817, 92825, 92850 and 92899) to take advantage of this offer.
You can purchase these promotional tickets online through the Disneyland website, by phone at 800-506-6720, or in person at the Disneyland Resort ticket booths. Eligible residents are limited to purchasing five tickets per person, per day.Disney says proof of eligible residency, including valid government-issued photo ID, is required for purchase and admission, which means you can not buy this ticket for out-of-town friends and family.
There is no option to upgrade this ticket to a one-day park hopper ticket or a multi-day ticket. It’s also important to note that theme park reservations are required to use these tickets – you can’t just buy them and walk right in without a reservation. Disney recommends checking the reservations availability calendar before you purchase the tickets, and make your reservations immediately to secure the dates you want.
Two Day Tickets
- Two-Day, One-Park per Day Ticket – regularly $310/$290
- Two-Day Park Hopper – regularly $375/$350
- Disney Genie+ Add-On – $30 per day, per ticket
- Advance purchase Two-Day tickets – check for current discounts and promotions from Get Away Today
Three Day Tickets
- Three-Day, One-Park per Day Ticket – regularly $390/$365
- Three-Day Park Hopper – regularly $460/$435
- Disney Genie+ Add-On – $30 per day, per ticket
- Advance purchase Three-Day tickets – check for current discounts and promotions from Get Away Today
3-Day Disneyland Ticket Offer – June 10 – September 26, 2024
Visit the Disneyland Resort theme parks three weekdays between June 10 and September 26, 2024 for as little as $149 for ages 3-9, or $249 for ages 10 and older using a new discounted ticket which goes on sale May 29, 2024. That represents a savings of up to $219 off the regular price of a three-day, one-park-per-day ticket for children ages 3-9. The adult offer is a $141 discount, and is the same price than the summer 2023 deal.
You can also choose between a ticket good Monday through Thursday OR a slightly more expensive ticket good any day of the week. There are also options to add park hopping and Disney Genie+ service to your ticket at the time of purchase.
This new offer differs from past discouts discounts, so be sure to pay close attention to details before you purchase.
The 3-Day Disneyland Ticket Offer is a 3-day, 1-park-per-day ticket that offers admission to either Disneyland or Disney California Adventure:
- The weekday ticket – starting at $149 for ages 3-9; $249 for ages 10 and older. Three weekdays (Mondays through Thursdays only) between June 10 and September 26, 2024
- The any day ticket – starting at $199 for ages 3-9; $299, for ages 10 and older. Three days (any day of the week, including weekends) between June 10 and September 26, 2024
You can use every day of the 3-Day Disneyland Ticket at the same theme park, or visit different parks on different days, but you can’t use it to enter both parks on the same day unless you add the park-hopper option ($70 per ticket)
There is no “fuse” on this ticket, which means that you can use the first admission on June 10 and wait until September 26 to use the remaining admission. However, remember that you must make a theme park reservation for each day that you want to use the ticket. Disney also warns that reservations for this category of ticket are not guaranteed for any particular dates, and that a date may sell out in this ticket category though other ticket types have reservations of available. It is probably best to purchase early and make reservations as soon as they open for your desired travel dates. Each day of use constitutes one full day of use.
Tickets expire on September 26, 2024, and have no holiday blackouts. That means that you can visit on the 4th of July holiday using a weekday ticket, assuming reservations are available.
May purchase up to 15 tickets per eligible person per day. Tickets are nonrefundable, may not be sold or transferred for commercial use and exclude activities/events separately priced. Offer may not be combined with other ticket discounts or promotions. Subject to restrictions and change or cancellation without notice.
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Four Day Tickets
- Four-Day, One-Park per Day Ticket – regularly $445/$420
- Four-Day Park Hopper – regularly $515/$490
- Disney Genie+ Add-On – $30 per day, per ticket
- Advance purchase Four-Day tickets – check for current discounts and promotions from Get Away Today.
Five Day Tickets
- Five-Day, One-Park per Day Ticket – Regularly $480/$450
- Five-Day Park Hopper – Regularly $555/$525
- Disney Genie+ Add-On – $30 per day, per ticket
- Advance purchase Five-Day tickets – check for current discounts and promotions from Get Away Today.
Six Day (or more) Tickets
No longer offered by Disneyland for domestic customers. Some travel providers may offer tickets for 6 days or longer as part of a package to international customers; residents of Canada, Australia/New Zealand, or the U.K. should check with local travel agencies to see what options may be available.
Disneyland Magic Keys
Inspire Key – $1,649 [Renewals only; not currently available for new purchases]
Details
- Blocked out December 21 to January 1 each year.
- Can hold 6 reservations at a time
- Can make reservations 90 days in advance
- 20% merchandise discount
- 15% food & beverage discount
- Parking included (excludes blockout dates)
- Unlimited Disney PhotoPass digital downloads
- 20% off Disney Genie+ service
Believe Key – $1,249 [Renewals only; not currently available for new purchases]
Details
- ~ 48 blockout dates per year
- Can hold 6 reservations at a time
- Can make reservations 90 days in advance
- 10% merchandise discount
- 10% food & beverage discount
- 50% parking discount
- Unlimited Disney PhotoPass digital downloads
- 20% off Disney Genie+ service
Enchant Key – Price: $849 [Renewals only; not currently available for new purchases]
Details
- ~ 150 blockout dates per year
- Can hold 4 reservations at a time
- Can make reservations 90 days in advance
- 10% merchandise discount
- 10% food & beverage discount
- 25% parking discount in Toy Story lots
- 20% off Disney Genie+ service
Imagine Key [Renewals only; not currently available for new purchases] – Exclusive to Southern California Residents – $499
Details
- ~ 235 blockout dates
- Can hold 2 reservations at a time
- Can make reservations 90 days in advance
- 10% merchandise discount
- 10% food & beverage discount
- 25% parking discount in Toy Story lots
- 20% off Disney Genie+ service
A monthly payment plan is available to California residents, after a $184 down payment. Check with your employer, school or credit union to see if any other discounts are available through them.
Additional Discounts
Did we miss an offer? If you know of an authorized discount on Disneyland Resort tickets, standing offers for Annual Passholders from non-Disney vendors, or other promotions which might interest our readers, please drop us a note!
Discounts for Everyone
Disneyland Resort Hotels – June 10 – September 26, 2024
Hotel guests may save up to 25% on select stays at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, the Disneyland Hotel or The Villas at Disneyland Hotel when staying four nights or longer, or may save up to 20% at these hotels Sunday – Thursday without a minimum night stay. These offers are for stays June 10 through September 26, 2024, and can be reserved May 29 through September. 12, 2024, subject to availability and restrictions.
You can book through the Disneyland website or contact MousePlanet’s travel partner Get Away Today and let them find the best deal for you. Get Away Today or call 1-855-GET-AWAY, and be sure to mention you saw them on MousePlanet.
Purchase with purchase offers – Disneyland Resort shops frequently offer a reduced-price souvenir (often a tote bag, watch, or blanket) with a qualifying minimum purchase. These are offered at Disney-operated stores only, and selection may vary by location.
Disney usually allows customers to purchase more than one of the offers in a qualifying transaction, so if you spend $40 or more you can buy both items currently available if you wish. If you’re a passholder, the minimum purchase is calculated after your discount, and your discount does not apply to the promotional item.
Discounts for Magic Key Holders
Magic Key Holders receive discounts on food and merchandise at participating locations, based on Magic Key type. Visit the Magic Key Discounts website for current details.
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Disney Rewards VISA Cardmember Perks
Disney Character Experience at Disney California Adventure – cardholders have access to a private photo opportunity at Disney California Adventure, where they can meet and pose with a Disney character. The location is open daily from 10:30am – 1:30pm., and is adjacent to the Monsters, Inc. attraction in Hollywood Land. Members receive one free image download per visit.
It looks like a second, limited-time offering is now available from 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. at the same location, featuring Spider-Man, Captain America.
Star Wars Magic Shot at Disneyland – cardholders have access to a private photo opportunity outside of the Star Wars Launch Bay in Tomorrowland, across from Autopia. This is open daily from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. Members receive one free image download per visit.
Disneyland Resort merchandise – cardholders also receive 10% off qualifying merchandise purchases of $50 or more from Disney-operated retail stores, plus 10% off at Arribas Brothers Crystal Shops (Crystal Arts and Cristal d’Orleans)
Disneyland park dining – 10% off at selected Disneyland restaurants:
- Cafe Orleans
- Carnation Café
- The Golden Horseshoe
- Harbour Galley
- Plaza Inn
- River Belle Terrace
- Royal Street Veranda
- Troubadour Tavern
Disney California Adventure dining – 10% off at selected Disney California Adventure restaurants:
- Ghirardelli Soda Fountain & Chocolate Shop
- Carthay Circle Lounge – Alfresco Dining
- Cocina Cucamonga Mexican Grill
- Lucky Fortune Cookery
- Paradise Garden Grill
- Sonoma Terrace
- Studio Catering Co.
- Wine Country Trattoria
Disneyland Resort Hotels dining – 10% off at selected Disneyland Resort Hotel restaurants. (GCH Craftsman Bar, Storytellers Café, Goofy’s Kitchen).
Downtown Disney District dining and merchandise – 10% off purchases at Curl Surf and California Sole; 20% off purchases at Wetzel’s Pretzels.
Disneyland Resort Guided Tours – 15% off the “Walt’s Main Street Story,” Guided Tour, “Disney’s Happiest Haunts” Tour (offered seasonally) and the “Holiday Time at Disneyland®” Tour (offered seasonally)
Disneyland Resort Military Discounts
2024 Military Ticket discounts
Through December 10, 2024, active and retired U.S. military personnel (including active and retired members of the United States Coast Guard, National Guard and Reservists) or their spouses can purchase:
- 3-Day Military Promotional Park Hopper Ticket: $269
- 3-Day Military Promotional Park Hopper Ticket with Disney Genie+ Service: $359
- 4-Day Military Promotional Park Hopper Ticket: $315
- 4-Day Military Promotional Park Hopper Ticket with Disney Genie+ Service: $435
Disneyland tickets may be used January 2 through December 13, 2024. There is no blockout period for spring break this year.
Active and retired U.S. military personnel can purchase Disney Military Promotional Tickets for themselves and up to five additional family members or friends. No more than six Disney Military Promotional Tickets may be purchased by any eligible member of the U.S. military (or spouse) pursuant to this offer. All tickets and options are non-transferable and must be used by December 13, 2024.
This offer can only be purchased at a participating US military base ticket office.
2024 Military Hotel discounts
Military discounts are valid for stays most nights from January 2 through December 13, 2024. You can book now through December 10, 2024, and travel must be completed by December 14, 2024.
Disney does not publish the actual discounted rates, and instead asks eligible U.S. military personnel to call (833) 618-0536 to check pricing, availability and to make reservations. In past years, the offer was generally 30% to 40% off, based on room category. Concierge rooms, Signature or Premium suites, or 2-or 3-Bedroom Villas are excluded from the offer, and this offer can not be combined with any other discount.
Unlike the Walt Disney World version, the Disneyland offer allows the eligible service member to book up to two rooms, and allows their spouse (with valid and proper ID) to qualify in the absence of the service member, provided the spouse stays in one of the rooms booked.
Hotel and Travel Packages
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Costco Travel Packages – many different travel packages including visits to Disneyland and Disneyland hotels are available through Costco.
Disney’s Resort Magic and Good Neighbor Magic Packages – these package includes accommodations in one of the three resort hotels or at one of 40 Good Neighbor hotels, along with theme park admission. The packages also come with a variety of extra inclusions and bonuses, usually a souvenir pin and lanyard, and discount coupons for various Downtown Disney merchants.
Contact Disney Travel at (714) 520-5050, book on line. through the Disneyland website, or call your favorite travel agent to inquire about these packages.
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Park Schedule and Blockout Dates
- DL – Disneyland
- DCA – Disney California Adventure
- DCA – Downtown Disney
Early Admission – full description available on the Disneyland website:
- EE –Early Entry for Disneyland Resort Hotel guests.
Disneyland Resort Special Events:
- LNY – Lunar New Year
- F&W – Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival
- GN – Grad Nites
- OBB – Oogie Boogie Bash at Disney California Adventure. 2024 dates: August 25, 27 and 29; September 3, 10, 12, 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26 and 29; October 1, 3, 6, 8, 10, 13, 15, 17, 20, 22, 24, 27, 29 and 31. Tickets are sold out
- DaD – Disneyland After Dark
The Ticket Tier calendar is published on the Disneyland website for the next eight to 11 months.
| 8/18 | 8/19 | 8/20 | 8/21 | 8/22 | 8/23 | 8/24 |
| Ticket Tier 4 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 0 Hours: DL: 8a–11p DCA: 8a–9p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 0 Hours: DL: 8a–11p DCA: 8a–9p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DL Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 0 Hours: DL: 8a–11p DCA: 8a–9p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 0 Hours: DL: 8a–11p DCA: 8a–9p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DL Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 4 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 5 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DL Special events: ♦ None |
| 8/25 | 8/26 | 8/27 | 8/28 | 8/29 | 8/30 | 8/31 |
| Ticket Tier 4 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–6p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ OBB | Ticket Tier 0 Hours: DL: 8a–11p DCA: 8a–9p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 0 Hours: DL: 8a–11p DCA: 8a–6p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DL Special events: ♦ OBB | Ticket Tier 0 Hours: DL: 8a–11p DCA: 8a–9p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 0 Hours: DL: 8a–11p DCA: 8a–9p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DL Special events: ♦ OBB | Ticket Tier 4 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 6 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DL Special events: ♦ None |
| 9/1 | 9/2 | 9/3 | 9/4 | 9/5 | 9/6 | 9/7 |
| Ticket Tier 6 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 3 Hours: DL: 8a–11p DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 0 Hours: DL: 8a–11p DCA: 8a–6p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DL Special events: ♦ OBB | Ticket Tier 0 Hours: DL: 8a–11p DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 0 Hours: DL: 8a–11p DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 3 Hours: DL: 8a–11p DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 5 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DL Special events: ♦ None |
| 9/8 | 9/9 | 9/10 | 9/11 | 9/12 | 9/13 | 9/14 |
| Ticket Tier 4 Hours: DL: 9a–midnight DCA: 9a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 1 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 0 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–6p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DL Special events: ♦ OBB | Ticket Tier 0 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 0 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–6p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ OBB | Ticket Tier 3 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 5 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DL Special events: ♦ None |
| 9/15 | 9/16 | 9/17 | 9/18 | 9/19 | 9/20 | 9/21 |
| Ticket Tier 3 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–6p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ OBB | Ticket Tier 2 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 1 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–6p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DL Special events: ♦ OBB | Ticket Tier 1 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 2 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–6p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ OBB | Ticket Tier 4 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 5 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DL Special events: ♦ None |
| 9/22 | 9/23 | 9/24 | 9/25 | 9/26 | 9/27 | 9/28 |
| Ticket Tier 4 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–6p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ OBB | Ticket Tier 3 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 2 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–6p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DL Special events: ♦ OBB | Ticket Tier 2 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 3 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–6p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ OBB | Ticket Tier 4 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DCA Special events: ♦ None | Ticket Tier 5 Hours: DL: 8a–midnight DCA: 8a–10p DD: 7a–1a Early Entry: DL Special events: ♦ None |
